AI Inroads in Construction Management
Whether you use artificial or augmented with intelligence, AI (artificial intelligence) is catching on in the industry.
Carbon Emissions in Construction Materials
Two new reports on the topic of carbon emissions from building materials help set the stage for a deep debate in the industry on how to overcome the problems new construction faces as environmental impact and climate change regulations start to be discussed.
Apple Steps Up for California
Few places can match the cost of living in California, especially in the San Francisco Bay area and fabled Silicon Valley (San Jose).
Manufactured Housing, a Green Alternative
Developers are increasingly meeting the demand for sustainable, cost-effective apartments by building on a factory floor.
The Future of Construction: Strengthening Relationships
Owners, contractors: there is no question that we all need to have a serious conversation. I am pretty confident we can all agree that each side sees the world a little bit differently.
Trends in Truck Driving Safety and Risk
Fleet owners and managers know there are good days and bad days for their drivers.
The Dreaded “R” Word in Construction
The numbers are in and they don’t paint the picture many had hoped. Has the U.S. construction market reached a tipping point? Is it headed for a recession?
Robots and Recognition
There have been many books and papers written about how robots can evolve into near-human “creatures.”
The Cost of Cyber (Ouch)!
With an increase in the amount of advanced technology being used by the trades—everything from wearables to drones to automated equipment—the construction industry is beginning to recognize the risks involved in a connected world.
Unplugging after Work
Do you unplug after work? If so, you are in the lucky majority. I have to confess I am one who falls into the unlucky minority.